Pirate Katana Sword

Pirate Katana Sword specifications

• Hand-forged by our master swordsmiths.
• Black 1060 steel blade, sharpened or unsharpened at choice, full tang.
• Hamon (刃文): Genuine notare hamon obtained by differential tempering.
• Bo-Hi (棒樋): Visible along the blade.
• Scabbard (Saya 鞘): Black lacquered wood with silver water droplets.
• Sageo (下げ緒): Black and white.
• Handle (Tsuka 柄): White faux stingray leather and wood.
• Tsuka-ITO (柄糸): Black and white braided above the handle in a diamond pattern.
• Menuki (目貫): Silver.
• Guard (Tsuba 鍔): Rounded and silver with gold skulls.
• Fuchi (縁): Silver with floral pattern.
• Kashira (頭): Silver with floral pattern.
• Habaki (鎺): Gray and hollowed out.

Dimensions

• Blade length: 71 cm
• Overall length including handle: 103 cm
• Length with scabbard: 105 cm
• Handle length: 26 cm
• Blade thickness: 0.7 cm
• Blade width: 3.2 cm
• Weight: 1.3 kg
• Package weight: 1.6 kg

Accessories

• Scabbard: Included
• Katana stand: Not included

Pirate Katana Sword: design and finishes

This pirate katana sword evokes the rebellious spirit of the corsairs who roamed the oceans, blending Japanese tradition with the maritime aesthetic of buccaneers. Its name reflects this bold union between the art of Japanese swordsmanship and the world of sea adventurers, creating a sword that transcends cultural boundaries to embody freedom and adventure.

Its 1060 steel blade features a deep black finish reminiscent of moonless nights when pirates sailed the seas, while the genuine notare hamon obtained through differential tempering creates silvery waves along the cutting edge. The bo-hi hollows out the blade to lighten the overall weight while producing a characteristic whistling sound when moved. The rounded silver tsuba is adorned with golden skulls, an iconic symbol of piracy, framed by silver fuchi and kashira with refined floral motifs. The handle combines traditional white faux stingray skin with black and white diamond-patterned tsuka-ito braiding, creating a striking contrast enhanced by silver menuki. The black lacquered wooden scabbard is adorned with silver water droplets evoking sea spray, complemented by a black and white sageo.

This masterpiece perfectly combines functionality and symbolism, offering exceptional cutting balance thanks to its full tang construction and meticulous geometry. The pirate katana is much more than a decorative weapon: it embodies the spirit of independence and adventure that drives all those who refuse to follow the beaten path, making this blade a treasure worthy of the greatest collections.